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Boating - 5/15/2012

Chatfield reservoir is open for the season. ANS stations are open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. If debris or hazards are discovered please notify park staff. Before boating, check that your vessel has all of the required safety items on board, and recognize that cold water conditions exist.

Camping - 5/15/2012

Chatfield's Camping Loops A, B, C, and D are open. Please check the camping page for fees. Camping reservations can be made by calling 303-470-1144 or if outside the Denver area, please call 1-800-678-2267. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance but must be made at least three days before arrival. A daily park pass is required on all vehicles if you do not have an Annual Colorado Park pass. For more information, visit the "Camping" link on the left side of Chatfield's main page. The last day for reservations in 2012 is October 17th. After that it will be via a walk-in basis at the park.

Construction - 5/15/2012

There are multiple construction projects currently active at Chatfield. The dog off-leash area: Construction is completed on the fence. Re-vegetation of disturbed areas, final touches, and cleanup will not be completed until the weather moderates in March and will be ongoing as needed. Improvements to the restroom facilities to enable year round use are planned for this spring. Construction is ongoing on a new park office and maintenance facility to replace the current 40+ year old structures. The new facilities will remain at the same location. The new Park Office is now open and completion of the maintenance facilities are expected in June of 2012.

Fire Restrictions - 5/15/2012

Chatfield State Park has implemented the Jefferson County and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Stage I fire ban due to the continuing fire danger conditions. The fire ban prohibits any open burning except those within permanent grills on park. Fires contained within liquid or gas fueled stoves are permitted. Smoking is also prohibited, except in an enclosed vehicle or while stopped in an area of at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all combustible material. The ban will stay in effect until further notice. The ban is ordered by the respective Sheriff's offices and will remain in place until they order to lift the ban.

Fishing Report - 5/15/2012

Rainbows are good from all areas of the lake with powerbait. Large sizes are being caught along the dam. Walleye of keepable size (>18inches)are being caught from boats off bottom-bouncers, and from the shoreline near the N. Ramp. Bass are starting to pick up.

Icing Conditions - 5/15/2012

The Reservoir is now clear of ice, please be alert for unmarked hazards and floating debris.

Park Entrance - 5/15/2012

Deer Creek entrance is manned Sunday through Saturday 8:30am to 3:15pm. Plum Creek entrance station is open on the weekends. You may purchase your pass at either entrance when they are not manned, at the self-serve station adjacent to the gates using cash or check. Daily passes cost $8.00.

Road Conditions - 5/15/2012

Please pardon our dust this year! We have a number of construction projects this year that may impact your visit. Please follow all roadway and trail detours and informational signs to ensure the safety of all visitors, construction workers and park personnel. See Construction Conditions above.

Swimming Conditions - 5/15/2012

The swimbeach is currently closed for the season. The swimbeach will re-open Memorial Day weekend 2012.

Water Levels - 5/15/2012

Water level is 5431.31 ft. Inlet: height .63ft., 22.2cfs Outlet: height .63ft., 5.3cfs

Water Temperature - 5/15/2012

Aproximately 58 degrees.

Weather - 5/15/2012

See www.victoriasailingschool.com for current conditions. Including current temperature and wind conditions.

Last Updated: 5/15/2012

Last Modified Date: 4/22/2011 9:13 AM